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Awake Abroad Media

We are on a mission to help high-level entrepreneurs build a happier, healthier, and sustainable social media presence for their business, at any stage.

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The science behind irresistible hooks 🪝

Reader, It takes 3 seconds to make or break your business, so today I'm going to break down the science behind irresistible hooks. Your hook is just as important as your idea for making videos that lots of people watch. If viewers don't get hooked right away (first 3 seconds), they won't even watch the rest of your video- wasting the time and energy you put into making it! I think of the hook and the idea as the same thing. If your idea doesn't make a good hook, is it really a good idea?...

March 20, 2025 Reader, In this video, I break down how to get clients from instagram using lead magnets. I cover: – What kind of lead magnets actually work (with real examples) – How to get people to hire you without you being pushy – And how to turn content into clients—without 10k followers or dancing on Reels This is the same stuff we use to help generate leads for our clients inside PBA. If you’re tired of creating posts that get likes but no leads, you need to watch this. 👉 [Watch the...

Reader, We've entered into a new era of social media. This is where you have a decision to make by asking yourself... Do I keep praying that one day my content takes off? or Am I ready to follow a proven strategy to grow and sell on Instagram? In today's video, Jaz shares the latest strategies to get leads on Instagram: Why your current social media strategy isn't working The three key content types Real Estate pros and entrepreneurs should focus on to engage their audience How to build trust...

Master Talking On-Camera in Just 10 Minutes

Reader, In today's video we share how you can master talking on camera in just 10 minutes. We share our secret camera confidence strategy that has allowed us to create hundreds of videos without feeling awkward or uncomfortable on camera. Don't just watch but USE these easy strategies to help you build trust with your audience and authority in your niche today. Chat soon, Seb and Jaz 113 Cherry St #92768, Toronto, Ontario 98104-2205Unsubscribe ¡ Preferences

Reader I'm going to be very vulnerable with you - business partnerships are HARD. And when that partner is also your spouse? It's like playing life on expert mode 😅 In this video, I'm breaking down the raw, unfiltered truth about running a business with your significant other. No sugar-coating, just real strategies that keep us sane (and successful) while building our dream together. This video is a rare opportunity to see what's behind the scenes of Awake Abroad Media Spoiler alert: It's...

12 Lessons That Helped Us Grow a Profitable Brand

Reader, In today's video Jaz and I share 12 valuable lessons learned over the past year about building a profitable personal brand on social media. If you're anything like us, then these two are the most important lessons you need to apply this year.... Establishing a system that prevents burnout and improves efficiency and creativity Experimenting with different content formats to find what resonates the most with your audience The lessons shared in this video provide a comprehensive roadmap...

Reader, We have some exciting news — our latest podcast episode featuring Tom Youngs is now live! Tom shares his inspiring journey from dentistry to entrepreneurship and drops golden insights about building a thriving business and personal brand. From the power of sticking to one strategy to the importance of patience in seeing results, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. In this episode, Tom reveals the exact strategies he used to scale his business from $5k/mo to $50k/month, how...

I Tested the TOP Microphones for Creators and Found the Winner

Reader, If you’re like me, you’ve probably wrestled with your audio setup more times than you can count. I get it—choosing the right microphone can feel like a overwhelming with technical jargon and endless options. That’s why I Tested the TOP Microphones for Creative Entrepreneurs like you, and... I Found the Winner. In this video, I break down three types of microphones—shotgun, lavalier, and dynamic. I’m sharing the pros, the cons, real-world tests, and even pricing so you can make the...

Seb & Jaz from Awake Abroad Media

Reader If you don’t find a way to stand out, people won’t have a reason to notice you. Your ideal follower will simply stick to watching the creators they already know and follow. So, how do you stand out a crowded social media space? I've been giving this a lot of thought because I feel social media is like swimming in a sea of similar content—everyone’s making the same types of videos, which creates what’s called a "red ocean". Red oceans A red ocean on social media is a highly competitive...

5 Lies That Kept Me Broke (I Wish I Learned This Sooner)?

Reader A few years ago, I was running a six-figure real estate marketing agency in Vancouver, managing photographers, videographers, and editors. I was finally taking on national and international clients, and for the first time, I felt like everything was falling into place. But then, in 2021, everything changed. Like some of you, who didn't participate in the narrative, I was displaced. I took my savings and left Vancouver, spent nine months traveling through Mexico with Jaz, and when I was...

Don’t Miss These 27 Amazing Black Friday Deals for Creators

Hey Reader, Black Friday 2024 is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to upgrade your content creation tools—whether you’re a content creator, business owner, or entrepreneur building your personal brand. This year, I’ve scoured Amazon for the 27 best deals on cameras, microphones, lighting, storage, and more. Starting TODAY, you can get you hands on these amazing deals! These are tools I personally use (or highly recommend) to take your content to the next level, all at...